I am a Native New Yorker now living in BCN. During a recent trip home I visited this wonderful place (the Hispanic Society of America) that was full of Spanish culture, treasures and delights. The building is located in upper

Morris-Jumel Mansion is the oldest house in Manhattan. It was the headquarters for General Washington in September and October 1776. After leaving Washington, the Morris-Jumel Mansion has played host to a succession of British

If New York life seems a bit oppressive for you and you need some air and greenery, Fort Tyron Park is the place for you! It is a huge park located northwest of Manhattan on the banks of the Hudson River. It gives you the opportunity

The Cloisters museum is located New York. It is dedicated to the art and architecture of medieval Europe. It has five thousand European medieval works of art, with a particular emphasis on pieces dating from the twelfth to the

Saint Nick's is a small Harlem bar where you can find jazz and other music from 20:30 on. It's close to Starbucks! The atmosphere is very nice and it's always full of neighborhood residents, though there are always tourists who join

The Cloisters is the section of the Met (Metropolitan Museum of Art) that exhibits Medieval Art. It is not housed in the same building, but in a place specially chosen for its location and magic on the banks of the river at the

Nestled in the heart of the Annex of the MET called The Cloisters, the Trie Café offers visitors a refreshing chance for a break. It is installed directly in the heart of a cloister around a courtyard (still under construction during

Located in the heart of the Annex of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, called the Cloisters, Bonnefont is undoubtedly our favorite part. The cloister is superb, very well developed, with a garden of more than 250 different

Although C.A.B.C is predominately African-American, we welcome people from all backgrounds and cultures. There is no dress code or expectation. However, attendees of our 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. service are more traditional and normally

This night club, on 125th Street in Harlem, used to open during the Prohibition of the 1920's, when African Americans were refused entry. It was opened by a smuggler and gangster while in prison, and still bears his name. The original

The General Grant National Memorial, better known as Grant's Tomb, is a mausoleum containing the bodies of Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885), American Civil War General and 18th American President, and his wife, Julia Dent Grant

I chose Legree Baptist Church at 362 125th Street, but you'll be welcomed by any of the churches in Harlem that you choose to visit. Forget about the prejudices of how dangerous Harlem is. You can get there by subway or take a taxi. I

This stunning building, in a corner in the heart of the Bronx, houses one of the most iconic teams in the league. It breathes sports history, with murals nearby capturing historic teams. Its a curiosity, like the NBA, that the league

If you want to attend a gospel church ceremony in Harlem, then this is the best place to go! Personally, I'm an atheist and had never attended a ceremony like this before, but even for me, it was unforgettable. It was far livelier and

The Sunday Gospel services in Harlem (a safe neighborhood) are a must. In Harlem is home to a primarily black community and there are many Baptist congregations which gather every Sunday for religious services in which the entire

This church, the oldest "black" church in the state of New York, is located one block from the famous Abyssinian. So on the one hand, it's easy to find, but on the other, the proximity to the Abyssinian may dampen the celebrations

In the district of Greenwich Village, there are plenty of gay-friendly businesses like bars and shops, as well as a specific gay church which caters for same-sex weddings. This is a Methodist church, and is much more open than the

The 369th Historical Society Museum is located in the New York City. This monument honors the legendary 369th Infantry Regiment, known as the Harlem Hellfighters. The blank granite obelisk is a replica of a 1997 memorial, and was

We've all seen movies and TV series about African Americans living in Harlem. What was a mecca for African Americans for over one hundred years is now recovering the cultural and artistic status it enjoyed before the Great Depression.

It was the second time I had come to this great city, and my first with my wife! This place is cosmopolitan and avant-garde, everything was stupendous. It really is the capital of the world! We plan to return if we can! What I want

King George II of England founded Columbia University in 1754, calling it King's College. Columbia is one of the oldest states. But its current location dates from 1897. It has a Romanesque style with a grand staircase and a figure

After passing through Columbia University we decided to head towards Morningside Park on our way to Harlem. The west side of the park is much higher than the east, so it's hard to get lost! But the park itself is very nice, with

While in New York I found a website that advertised free tours of different parts of the city (actually, you are expected to tip the guide at the end of the visit, and the going rate is about $10, but it's still cheaper than many

Having family in NY has been a tremendous asset, not only for housing, but also for finding great places and neighborhoods that are off the beaten path. They moved around quite a bit which is how in 2005 they moved to a small and cozy

As I said in a previous article, Morningside Playground is part of Morningside Park. It is, as its name suggests, a space for games and other sports. The park, despite its relatively small size, has many basketball courts and areas

This statue is a tribute to Carl Schurz, who was a politician and military man. It is found near Columbia University, just past Morningside Park. Built in 1913 by Karl Bitter, the statue has a proud and determined look. We discovered

If you are looking a blaxploitation film, then come here! There are Pam Grier rarities, movies with the latest East Coast rappers, and a broad CD collection bringing together the best of soul, funk and hip-hop. A great shop for

This is one of the most frequented churches in New York and is also considered to be the largest neo-Gothic cathedral in the world. When the architects began construction on Heins and La Farge in 1892, they gave it a a Byzantine

When I was in New York one of my objectives was to visit the Peace Statue in honor of Saint Michael at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. The walk was tremendous, I recommend it, but don't trust the differences, it is actually

My great NYC nightclub discovery is the Lenox Lounge. It's a jazz club from the late 30's decorated in the Art Deco style and located in the heart of Harlem between 124th and 125th at 288 Lenox Avenue. This is also called Malcolm X

This is the main Boulevard in Harlem. It begins just north of Central Park, and is full of colorful brick buildings, shops and bars, and especially churches. Harlem is full of them. Years ago it wasn't safe to walk this neighborhood,

Nicholas Roerich Museum is dedicated to the works of Nicholas Roerich, a Russian-born artist whose work focused on nature scenes of the Himalayas. The museum was originally located in the Master Apartments at 103 D Street and

If you want to attend a true gospel church, then your best bet is St Andrew's, in the residential neighorhood of Harlem. Here, behind the heavy red door, you can hear the pastor every night. It was far more moving than anything we'd

At number 1912 Adam Clayton Boulevard (the main artery of Harlem), the First Corinthian Baptist Church is one of many churches in the neighborhood that invites tourists to attend the Sunday morning gospel service. Mass is at 8am or

This park is perfect for a stroll along the Hudson River. After a long day of sightseeing, the greenery and breeze off the river will make this a true moment of relaxation. To see that the Big Apple is not all cement and stress, you

The main "attraction" on a Sunday in Harlem is of course gospel. Not all of the churches are accessible to tourists as some refuse access but others, like the Canaan Baptist Church of Christ, allow anyone to attend their mass. There

Children ride their bikes, teenagers play basketball on the dedicated court, and old men play with cards on small benches in the shade of poplar trees. Going uphill will bring us to a beautiful view over Harlem to Central Park. A

Known worldwide for its theaters, and the best shows, Broadway surprises visitors because it is much more. For starters, it is almost the most important avenue in Manhattan, and it passes right through the center and across the

We wanted to attend a typical gospel mass, but didn't want to do it as part of a typical tour so we had a look online and this church was suggested. It faces the Marcus Garvey Park between 120th and Madison Avenues. My traveling

Park Avenue is one of Manhattan's wide streets that crosses the city from east to west. Important buildings here include the famous Grand Central Station Terminal and the MetLife Building. But what struck me the most, along the

Huddlestone Arch is a stone arch, located not far from Central Park North. It is quite impressive, and welcomes you into one of my favorite parts of the park, North Wood (including The Ravine). There are many arches and bridges in